GROW ON

GROW ON!

Prostate cancer is the most common cancer affecting Canadian Men (an estimated 24% of all new cancer cases)

1 in 8 will be diagnosed in their lifetime

in 2015 an estimated 24,000 men were diagnosed

over 90% of prostate cancer cases are curable if detected and treated

Testicular Cancer Stats:

In 2015 an estimated 1,050 Canadian men were diagnosed with testicular cancer

It is the most prevalent cancer in men aged 15 to 29, but it’s also among the most treatable when caught early

Grow On is a fundraising campaign held each November in support of cancer awareness, research and treatment for men living in Windsor/Essex. Men grow their ‘staches and beards and collect pledges in support of men’s health. Individuals and companies can register to raise pledges for the cause and compete against each other.

Additional events may be happening in support of Grow On throughout the month of November.There is a dedicated website for registration, news and events.